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    Automatic Multiple Pig Launcher

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    AMPL is a multiple pig launching system that allows the independent launching of one or more pigs for either a regular or irregular pigging programme. Pigs are either pre-loaded into a specially designed cassette, which is then inserted into the standard trap. The number of pigs in the cassette is predetermined by the length of the launcher.

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    AMPL is a multiple pig launching system that allows the independent launching of one or more pigs for either a regular or irregular pigging programme. Pigs are either pre-loaded into a specially designed cassette, which is then inserted into the standard trap. The number of pigs in the cassette is predetermined by the length of the launcher.

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    AMPL is a multiple pig launching system that allows the independent launching of one or more pigs for either a regular or irregular pigging programme. Pigs are either pre-loaded into a specially designed cassette, which is then inserted into the standard trap. The number of pigs in the cassette is predetermined by the length of the launcher.

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    AMPL is a multiple pig launching system that allows the independent launching of one or more pigs for either a regular or irregular pigging programme. Pigs are either pre-loaded into a specially designed cassette, which is then inserted into the standard trap. The number of pigs in the cassette is predetermined by the length of the launcher.

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    Automatic Multiple

    Pig Launcher - AMPL


    Multiple pig launching capability with
    minimum trap intervention

    Product Description & Function

    AMPL is a multiple pig launching system that allows the independent


    launching of one or more pigs for either a regular or irregular pigging
    programme, without the need for launcher intervention every time.

    AMPL operates in a similar way to standard pigging equipment. The


    pigs are either pre-loaded into a specially designed cassette, which is
    then inserted into the standard trap, or they are loaded into the trap
    in which the cassette has already been fitted. The number of pigs in
    the cassette is predetermined by the length of the trap.

    AMPL pig set for launch

    Features
    > Uses proven engineering components
    > Incorporates a fail safe mechanism that only allows the control mechanism to operate when the launcher is
    depressurised after the previous launch
    > Uses a specifically designed pig launching control mechanism
    > Once launched, the pig behaves as a standard bi-directional pig
    > Can be fitted with all the equipment that can be mounted on standard pigs, such as brushes, magnets,
    isotopes & pingers etc
    > Internal profiles within the cassette are used to locate pigs correctly and enable preset pressure for
    successful pig launching
    > The cassette has segmented / perforated supports to allow circulation of fluid and control flow rate / fluid bypass
    > The number of pigs in the AMPL is determined by the length of the launcher
    > To allow planned pig launches, AMPL is mechanical / hydro mechanical and does not require an external power supply

    AMPL is particularly suitable for:


    > Remote land based locations such as desert pigging stations
    > Unmanned platforms
    > Subsea launchers for commissioning and tie-ins
    > Standard pipelines that require frequent pigging

    A series of AMPL pigs loaded and ready for scheduled launches

    PIPELINE ENGINEERING
    “Engineered Solutions for the Pipeline Pigging and Flow Assurance Industry”

    PL/AMPL/01
    PIPELINE ENGINEERING

    Benefits for Operators

    PE’s AMPL provides many benefits:


    > Pigging specialists are required less and installation staff
    > Increased levels of safety have more time to focus on other requirements
    > Reduction in spillages due to the reduced number > Designed to be more cost effective and quicker to
    of line interventions install than current multiple pig launching systems
    available
    > Lowering of polluting emissions, as the amount
    of flaring is reduced > More effective use of traps designed with extended barrels
    > Less manpower required for pigging > Requires no extra personnel intervention, other than that
    required for a standard pig launch after loading of cassette
    > Can be easily removed for non-routine pigging
    > Utilises line pressure to arm itself for launch, resulting in no
    > Reduced number of launcher interventions external power source or batteries
    required to launch a series of pigs
    > Suitable for a wide range of pigging requirements
    > Can be retrospectively fitted to most pig launchers,
    with no costly adaption to the configuration
    or the addition of extra valving or control systems

    Operation of AMPL The launcher is then depressurised and On-site Services


    the system reset with the bypass
    Loading - Pigs are either pre-loaded into mechanism on the new lead pig Our Engineering
    a specially designed cassette, which is disengaged. This allows the new lead pig Team is available to
    then inserted into the launcher, or they to launch the next time the launcher is provide support
    are loaded into the trap with a cassette pressurised. services worldwide.
    fitted. All our engineers are
    All pigs can therefore be launched fully certified and
    Launching – The interlinked pigs allow independently without accessing the trained for onshore
    fluid to bypass the pigs until the lead pig launcher. and offshore
    is reached. On the lead pig the bypass operations.
    mechanism is not engaged, which allows
    the fluid to create a pressure differential
    to launch the lead pig.

    AMPL Operating Conditions

    Nominal Line Diameter: 12” – 56”


    Minimum Bend Radius: 3D
    Line Pressure: Up to 300 BarG
    Pipeline Medium: Can be used in lines containing hydrocarbons of all
    types including sour service, any type of liquid or gas.
    Length of run: As per standard pigs
    Flow rate: As per standard pigs
    Temperature: As per standard pigs AMPL pig with
    bypass open

    PL/AMPL/01 © Copyright Reserved Pipeline Engineering & Supply Co. Ltd 2007

    Pipeline Engineering Tel: +44 (0) 1748 813 000


    Gatherley Road Fax: +44 (0) 1748 813 501
    Catterick Bridge
    Richmond, North Yorkshire e: sales@pipelineengineering.com
    DL10 7JQ United Kingdom w: www.pipelineengineering.com

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